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KY59 RVN

2009 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

122,225 mi
Last recorded122,225 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY59 RVN
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2023 122,225 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022 110,027 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2021 103,620 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2021 103,620 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 19 Nov 2020 97,149 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.4mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Nov 2019 88,845 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Nov 2018 80,201 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 72,854 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Oct 2016 65,138 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 56,130 miles

rear brake pads very close to limit

Pass 14 Oct 2014 48,502 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 39,409 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 29,831 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 120?

Based on 872,714 MOT tests across 63,112 vehicles.

79.7%
Pass Rate
6,996
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
63,112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22,169
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8,562
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 6,681
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,273
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 5,042
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KY59 RVN is a 2009 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2009 BMW 120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 75,835 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 120 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22,169 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KY59 RVN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 120 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 17 years old, this BMW 120 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KY59 RVN registered?

KY59 RVN is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 4 September 2009.

Is KY59 RVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY59 RVN shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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